Patellar Dislocation: What Is It, Causes | Osmosis
2025年1月6日 · Patellar dislocation is a relatively uncommon knee injury. Only accounting for approximately 2–3% of all knee injuries, patellar dislocations most commonly affect young and …
Chondromalacia Patellae: What It Is, Causes | Osmosis
2025年1月6日 · Chondromalacia patellae is a radiologic diagnosis characterized by pathologic wear and tear of smooth cartilage underneath the patella or Learn with Osmosis
Patellar tendon rupture: Video, Causes, & Meaning | Osmosis
Patellar tendon rupture is a rupture of the tendon that connects the patella to the tibia. The tell-tale sign of a ruptured patella tendon is the movement of the patella further up the quadriceps. …
Quadriceps Tendonitis: What It Is, Causes | Osmosis
2025年1月6日 · Quadriceps tendonitis, also known as “jumper’s knee,” is a musculoskeletal condition characterized by inflammation of the quadriceps tendon. The quadriceps tendon …
Lower limb injury Notes: Diagrams & Illustrations | Osmosis
All Osmosis Notes are clearly laid-out and contain striking images, tables, and diagrams to help visual learners understand complex topics quickly and efficiently. Find more information about …
Osgood-Schlatter disease (traction apophysitis) - Osmosis
Osgood-Schlatter disease is an inflammation of the patellar ligament, right at the point where it inserts on the tibial tuberosity, resulting in painful swelling just below the knee. It’s named after …
Special tests for the lower limb - Osmosis
With the patient in the lateral recumbent position, grasp the top knee, then passively abduct and extend the hip with the knee flexed. Next, slide your hand to the patient’s ankle to allow their …
Anatomy of the knee joint: Video, Causes, & Meaning | Osmosis
Ok, now, the articular surfaces of the knee joint are the medial and lateral femoral condyles; the patellar surface of the femur between these two condyles; the articular surface of the patella, …
Somatic Reflex: What Is It, Types, and More | Osmosis
2025年1月6日 · The most commonly identified type of stretch reflex is the knee jerk reflex, where tapping the patellar tendon (i.e., the tendon located at the front of the knee) causes the foot to …
Hyporeflexia: What Is It, Causes, Important Facts | Osmosis
2025年1月6日 · Hyporeflexia refers to a condition in which the muscles have a decreased or absent reflex response. This is in contrast to hyperreflexia, Learn with Osmosis